What is the cheapest way to get from Matlock to Alton?

The cheapest way to get from Matlock to Alton is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 8h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Matlock to Alton?

The fastest way to get from Matlock to Alton is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Matlock and Alton?

No, there is no direct bus from Matlock to Alton. However, there are services departing from Olde Englishe Road and arriving at High Street via Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Onslow Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Matlock and Alton?

No, there is no direct train from Matlock to Alton. However, there are services departing from Matlock and arriving at Alton via Derby, Euston station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Matlock to Alton?

The distance between Matlock and Alton is 195 miles. The road distance is 171.6 miles.

How do I travel from Matlock to Alton without a car?

The best way to get from Matlock to Alton without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £80 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Matlock to Alton?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Matlock to Alton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matlock to Alton bus from?

Matlock to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Matlock to Alton train from?

Matlock to Alton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Matlock to Alton?

The best way to get from Matlock to Alton is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Matlock to Alton bus arrive?

Matlock to Alton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Matlock to Alton train arrive?

Matlock to Alton train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Matlock to Alton?

Yes, the driving distance between Matlock to Alton is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Matlock to Alton.

How do I get a train ticket from Matlock to Alton?

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Matlock to Alton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 13 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Matlock to Alton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to London St Pancras Intltrain Sheffield - London St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Waterloo to Altontrain London Waterloo - Alton
4h 39m
£82–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 230 / ...
8h 59m
£28–55
Drive 170.6 mi
1. Drive from Matlock to Altoncar 170.6 mi
3h 19m
£42–61
Train, line 13 bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Readingtrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to High Streetbus 13
5h 32m
£70–112

Matlock to Alton by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 194.1 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Matlock, England and Alton, Hampshire, England?

You can take a train from Matlock to Alton via Derby, London St Pancras International, Euston station, Waterloo Station, and London Waterloo in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5 hourly. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 5h 10m. FlixBus also services this route 5 times a day.

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